One Anothers

Admonish One Another -- Rom. 15:14

Romans 15:14 Now I myself am confident concerning you, my brethren, that you also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.

"admonish" #3560 [nouqetevw], The term is a compound of #3563 [nouV]--mind and #5087 [tivqhmi]--to put. It has the idea of; to admonish, or instruct, to put in mind, to caution, reprove, warn. It stresses the things that are wrong and call for warning, based on instruction

Bear One Another's Burdens -- Gal. 6:2

Gal. 6:2 Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

"bear" #941 [bastavzw] The emphasis of this word is to support as a burden. It is used to convey the idea of taking up with the hands, or to take up in order to carry or bear, to put upon one's self (something) to be carried. It can also imply to bear what is burdensome.

"burdens" #922 [bavroV] This Greek work has the idea of a weight, anything pressing on one physically, or that makes a demand on one's resources, whether material, or spiritual, or religious.[1]

Care For Another -- 1 Cor. 12:25

1Cor. 12:25 that there should be no schism in the body, but [that] the members should have the same care for one another.

"care" #3309 [merimnavw] This word is sometimes used in a different context where it means to be anxious, care for; [mevrimna]. It is probably connected with [merivzw], to draw in different directions, distract, hence signifies that which causes this, a care, especially an anxious care.[2]

Comfort One Another -- 1 Thess. 4:18; 1 Thess. 5:11

1 Thess. 4:18 Therefore comfort one another with these words.

1 Thess. 5:11 Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing.

"comfort" #3870 [parakalevw ] This English word and the English word “exhort” both come from the same Greek word. It has the connotation; to call to one's side, either an exhortation, or consolation. It is a compound word for and combination of [para]--beside and [kalevw]--to call.

While the terms have been divided in this paper, it can be assumed that one cannot be done with the other. Comforting must be a part of exhorting, and exhorting is a necessary ingredient of comforting.

Have Compassion One of Another -- 1 Pet. 3:8

1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all [of] [you] [be] of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, [be] tenderhearted, [be] courteous;

"compassion" #4835 [sumpaqhvV] This Greek word is a compound comprised of [sun]--with and [pavscw]--to suffer. It means suffering or feeling the like with another, being sympathetic. This is a person who can truly enter in the joy and suffering of another individual.

Confess Your Faults One to Another -- Jas. 5:16

James 5:16 Confess [your] trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.

"confess" 1843 [)exomologevw] This word is an intensive form of [o&mologevw] which has the idea of; to speak the same thing; to confess forth, freely, openly, a public acknowledgment or confession. It is a compound word made up of [ek]--out and [omoV]--same and [levgw]--to speak. It carries the idea of speaking out the same thing as another, or to be in agreement with another.

“faults” #3900 [paravptwma] That which we are to “confess” are our faults. This term is translated as trespass 9 times, offence 7 times, sin 3 times, fall 2 times, and fault 2times. It means to fall beside or near something and is used of a lapse or deviation from truth and uprightness.

Consider One Another -- Heb. 10:24

Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works,

"consider" #2657 [katanoevw] The Greek term is a compound of [kata]--intensive and [noevw]--to think about. It has the idea of; to perceive clearly, to understand fully, or consider closely. It is used to describe the action of having a clear understanding of a person which comes from considering them attentively, or fixing one's eyes or mind upon upon them in an intense manner. This is inidcitive of a deep relationship between two people.

Edify One Another -- Rom. 14:19; 1 Thess. 5:11

1 Thess. 5:11 Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing.

"edify" #3618 [oikodomevw] This word is one of the more significant terms used in Scripture to describe the responsibility of believers to one another. It is a compound word from [oikoV]--a home and [devmw]--to build. It has the thought of to build. It takes on a more personal aspect in its compound form as it implies the building of a home.

Romans 14:19 Therefore let us pursue the things [which] [make] for peace and the things by which one may edify another.

Eph. 4:16 from whom the whole body, joined and knit together by what every joint supplies, according to the effective working by which every part does its share, causes growth of the body for the edifying of itself in love.

Is used metaphorically, in the sense of edifying, promoting the spiritual growth and development of character of believers, by teaching or by example, suggesting such spiritual progress as the result of patient labor.[3]

Exhort One Another -- Heb. 3:13; 10:25

Hebrews 3:13 but exhort one another daily, while it is called "Today," lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

Hebrews 10:25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as [is] the manner of some, but exhorting [one] [another], and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.

NOTE! Same word as Comfort

Forbear One Another -- Eph. 4:2; Col. 3:13

Eph. 4:2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love,

Col. 3:13 bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also [must] [do]

"forbear" #430 [)anevcomai] This is a compound word from [ana]--up and [ecw]--to have or hold. It has the obvious meaning of holding up. It is normally used in the middle voice in the N.T., signifying to bear with, endure.

It is important to note that in Eph. 4:2 the exhortation to bearing with one another is to be done in love. This is not the action of simply putting up with someone while we grit our teeth and bear it. It is to be done out of a love for God and the other person.

Forgive One Another -- Eph. 4:32; Col. 3:13

Eph. 4:32 And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

Col. 3:13 bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also [must] [do].

"forgive" #5483 [carivzomai] The English word “forgive” has taken on a variety of meanings over the years, but this Greek term emphasizes the idea: to bestow a favor unconditionally. It is used of the act of forgiveness, whether divine or human. The pattern for this forgiveness is seen in God’s action in Christ as He forgave us.

Use Hospitality One to Another -- 1 Pet. 4:9

1 Pet. 4:9 [Be] hospitable to one another without grumbling.

"hospitality" #5382 [filovxeno"] The English thought of being hospitable is close to this Greek word with the additional factor that the Greek term includes the idea of a love not only for family but also for strangers. It is a compound word derived from [fivlo"]--love and [xevno"]--a stranger. It appears in 1 Tim. 3:2 as a requirement for the office of a bishop and also in Rom. 12:13 in a noun form [filoxeniva].

1 Tim. 3:2 A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, temperate, sober-minded, of good behavior, hospitable, able to teach;

Romans 12:13 distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.

Be Kind One to Another -- Eph. 4:32

Eph. 4:32 And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

Gal. 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

"kind" #5543 [crhstov"] This word portrays the idea of fit, or fit for use. It also carries the idea of being mild, pleasant (as opp. to harsh, hard sharp, bitter). When it is used of things: more pleasant, and of people, kind, benevolent. This action of one believer to another covers their entire relationship and sets the standard for acting and reacting between two individuals.

Kindly Affectioned One to Another -- Rom. 12:10

Romans 12:10 [Be] kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another;

"kindly affectioned" #5387 [filovstorgoV] This is a compound word which comes from [fivloV]-- friendly, love + [storgh]--natural affection, love of kindred. It was used chiefly of the reciprocal tenderness of parents and children , especially of parents for children and children for parents. The obvious implication of this term is that of the family relationship which should exist between believers. Christians, as members of the family of God, should have a familial love for all believers.

"brotherly love" #5360 [filadelfiva] The love which should exist between blievers is amplified by the addition of this term. It is a compound word derived from [filevw]--to love and [adevlfoV]--a brother. We are to love one another as brothers.

Love One Another -- John 13:34-35; John 15:12, 17; Rom. 13:8;

1 Thess. 3:12; 1 Pet. 1:22; 1 John 3:11, 23; 4:7, 11, 12; 2 John 1:5

Romans 13:8 Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law.

"love" #25 [)agapavw] This Greek word probably carries more meaning for believers that most any other word found in the New Testament. It simply means to love, and it is used in nearly every case in the N.T. to speak of God's relationship with man. God’s love for us is the model for our love to one another. There can be no greater love that this type of love.

Members One of Another -- Rom. 12:3-5; Eph. 4:25

Romans 12:3-5 For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think [of] [himself] more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to each one a measure of faith. 4 For as we have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, 5 so we, [being] many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one another.

Eph. 4:25 Therefore, putting away lying, "Let each one [of] [you] speak truth with his neighbor," for we are members of one another.

"members" #3196 [mevloV] The theme of being a part of the same family is carried also by this Greek word. It mean a limb, or a member of the body. Scripture uses this term to describe the relationship between members of Christ. The emphasis on the interrelatedness found in these terms forms the basis for the commands concerning the “one anothers” found in the Bible.

Minister One to Another -- 1 Pet. 4:10

1 Pet. 4:10 As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

"minister" #1247 [diakonevw] This term is used in Scripture to describe the action of being a servant, or attendant and serving and wait upon another. The emphasis in this passage is that the gifts we have from God are given for the purpose of “serving” the body, not for self aggrandizement. The noun form is translated as "use the office of a deacon" 1 Tim. 3:10, 13 in a more specific sense.

1 Tim. 3:10 But let these also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons, being [found] blameless.

1 Tim. 3:13 For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a good standing and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.

Have Peace One with Another -- Mark 9:50

Mark 9:50 "Salt [is] good, but if the salt loses its flavor, how will you season it? Have salt in yourselves, and have peace with one another."

"peace" #1514 [$eirhneuvw] The term means simply to live in peace; to keep peace; or to be reconciled. This term describes the attitude which must surround the assembly and by which the assembly is known throughout the community.

Pray One for Another -- Jas. 5:16

James 5:16 Confess [your] trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.

"pray" #2172 [eucomai] This word is used in Scripture is a general word for prayer to God. Believers are here admonished to be praying to God for one another.

Preferring One Another -- Rom. 12:10

Romans 12:10 [Be] kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another;

"preferring" #4285 [prohgevomai] This word is a compound of [provvvvvvvvv] -- bwefore and [hgevomai] to lead or rule. It has the connotation; to go before and show the way or lead, or to go before as a leader. In this passage it has the idea of going before to demonstrate the giving of honor. Each believer is to modeling and leading other members of the assembly to greater levels of godliness.

Receive One Another -- Rom. 15:7

Romans 15:7 Therefore receive one another, just as Christ also received us, to the glory of God.

"receive" #4355 [proslambavnw] The word means to receive, or accept. It denotes to take or receive into one's home, with the collateral idea of kindness. It was also used in the sense of to receive, i.e. grant one access to one's heart or to take as one's companion. The model for this action is “just as Christ also received us.”

Restore One Another -- Gal. 6:1

Gal. 6:1 Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who [are] spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted.

"restore" #2675 [katartivzw] This term was used in the medical world to describe the action of setting broken bones and in the fishing industry to describe the mending of nets. It is used in this passage metaphorically, of the restoration of a “broken” believer by those who are spiritual. Members of the body are responsible to “restore” those who are dislocated members of the spiritual body.

Be of the Same Mind One Toward Another -- Rom. 12:16

Romans 12:16 Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion.

"mind" #5426 [fronevw] This word denotes what one has in the mind, to think, or to have an opinion. It was used to describe those who are of the same mind i.e. agreed together, cherish the same views. It was used in the political scene to describe those of one's party, to side with another (in public affairs).

Serve One Another -- Gal. 5:15

Gal. 5:13 For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not [use] liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.

"serve" #1398 [douleuvw] This word was used in the context of serving as a slave. When it is used in a good sense it means to to yield obedience. This commitment of “serving” one another is an integral part of “denying” oneself for the sake of Christ.

"liberty" #1657 [eleuqeriva], A combination of the noun and verb form of free. Stresses the completeness of the act, the aorist tense indicating both its momentary and comprehensive character; it was done once for all.[4]

The phraseology is that of manumission (release) from slavery, which among the Greeks was effected by a legal transaction, according to which the manumitted slave was purchased by a god; as the slave could not provide the money, the master paid it into the temple treasury in the presence of the slave, a document being drawn up containing the words "for freedom." No one could enslave him again, as he was the property of the god.[5]

Be Subject One to Another -- 1 Pet. 5:5

1 Pet. 5:5 Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to [your] elders. Yes, all of [you] be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for "God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble."

"submit" #5293 [upotavssw] This term along with the previous ones describe the relationship which should exist between believers as they relate to one another. The emphasis of this word is to retire or withdraw. It was primarily a military term which meant to rank under. It comes from [upo] --under and [tavssw]-- to arrange. Believers are not to be attempting to surpass one another in glory, but to attempt to be the best model of Christ as one desires not to be served, but to serve.

Submit One to Another -- Eph. 5:21

Eph. 5:21 submitting to one another in the fear of God.

See “Be Subject to One Another.” Same Greek word.

Teach One Another -- Col. 3:16

Col. 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

"teach" #1321 [didavskw] This was a commonly used term to describe the action of giving instruction or teaching. It is interesting that in the modern church very few believers feel that they are responsible or capable of carrying out this command. However, the admonition is still relevant!

Be Tenderhearted One to Another -- Eph. 4:32

Eph. 4:32 And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

"tenderhearted" #2155 [eusplagco"] This is a compound word made up of [eu]--well + [splavgcnon] heart. It portrays the idea of being compassionate and full of good heartedness. This is again a very broad term that encompasses the entirity of a believer’s life.

The following are negative commands concerning what a believer might do to another believer. It should fill our hearts with great sadness to see the specific commands God has given His body concerning their perosnal and corporate relationships.

Do Not Be Consumed One of Another -- Gal. 5:15

Gal. 5:15 But if you bite and devour one another, beware lest you be consumed by one another!

The context of this admonition is three terms taken together for a sequence "bite...devour...consume", the first two describing a process, the last the complete destruction, or swallowing of the victim. The first two describe the action of biting and consuming food. The third gives the consequence of such actions when used in a metaphorical sense. Believers who are “biting” and “devouring” one another are in danger of being consumed by one another. This is a description of an assembly which has given itself over to an ungodly attitude and Satan has been given free reign.

"bite" #1143 [davknw], to bite; is used metaphorically of wounding the soul, or rending with reproaches.[6]

"devour" #5719 [katesqivw], to consume by eating, intensive

"consumed" #355 [analivskw], to use up, to spend up, especially in a bad sense, to destroy.

Do Not Envy One Another -- Gal. 5:26

Gal. 5:26 Let us not become conceited, provoking one another, envying one another.

"envying" #5354 [fqonevw] The emphasis of this term is the feeling of displeasure produced by witnessing or hearing of the advantage or prosperity of others. In the Bible this term is always used to describe an ungodly action.

Do Not Grudge One Against Another -- Jas. 5:9

James 5:9 Do not grumble against one another, brethren, lest you be condemned. Behold, the Judge is standing at the door!

"grudge" #4727 [stenavzw] This word denotes the action of groaning or sighing. It carries the idea of murmuring or expressing displeasure about another. It is used in Rom. 8:23 to describe the action of believers as we are “eagerly waiting for the adoption, the redemption of our body.”

Romans 8:23 Not only [that], but we also who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves,.

Not Judge One Another -- Rom. 14:13

Romans 14:13 Therefore let us not judge one another anymore, but rather resolve this, not to put a stumbling block or a cause to fall in [our] brother's way.

"judge" #2919 [krivnw] This is a judicial term which primarily denotes to separate or select, hence, to determine, and pronounce judgment. The idea is that of judging the motives and attitudes of others rather than the outward manifestation of the inner man. Since no man knows the heart of another, believers can not therefore cannot make a judgment concerning it.

Do Not Lie One to Another -- Col. 3:9

Col. 3:9 Do not lie to one another, since you have put off the old man with his deeds,

"lie" #5574 [yeuvdomai] This word simply means to deceive by lies. Believers are to be honest in their relationships with others. Deception is never a valid option.

Not Preferring One Before Another -- 1 Tim. 5:21

1 Tim. 5:21 I charge [you] before God and the Lord Jesus Christ and the elect angels that you observe these things without prejudice, doing nothing with partiality.

"preferring" #4299 [provkrima] This is a compound word fromed from [pro] -- before and [krivma] -- judgment. It has the idea of an opinion formed before the facts are known, a prejudice. It is a sad thing to see racial or any other form of prejudice in the church, especially if it is attempting to operate under the guise of some falsely called spiritual notion. Prejudice is sin!

Do Not Provoke One Another -- Gal. 5:26

Gal. 5:26 Let us not become conceited, provoking one another, envying one another.

"provoke" #4292 [prokalevomai] This term comes from [pro] - before and [kalevw] - to call. It carries the connotation of to call forth as to a contest. It was used with the idea of to stir up what is evil in another.

Be Not Puffed Up One Against Another -- 1 Cor. 4:6

1 Cor. 4:6 Now these things, brethren, I have figuratively transferred to myself and Apollos for your sakes, that you may learn in us not to think beyond what is written, that none of you may be puffed up on behalf of one against the other.

"puffed up" #5448 [fusiovw] The picture this term denotes is comical. It is describing a believer who is “puffed up” like a balloon. It comes from (from [fusa], bellows). and describes to puff up or to inflate. It is used metaphorically in the N.T., in the sense of being puffed up with pride.

Do Not Speak Evil One of Another -- Jas. 4:11

James 4:11 Do not speak evil of one another, brethren. He who speaks evil of a brother and judges his brother, speaks evil of the law and judges the law. But if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law but a judge.

"speak evil" #2635 [katalalevw] This is a compound word which comes from [kata]-- against + [lalevw]--to speak. It describes the action of one believer speaking against another. The corresponding noun form [katavlaloV], is translated as "back biter."

WORK SHEET FOR THE "ONE-ANOTHER" STUDY

Answer any of the following questions which pertain to the specific "one another" command you are dealing with.

1. What should be your attitude when you are obeying this command?

2. What example do you have from scripture of someone who carried out this command?

3. What are some prerequisites for carrying out this command?

PRACTICAL MINISTRY

List at least one practical suggestion for each area discus sed as to how you would carry out the commands given in this lesson.

A. Home: __________________________________________________________

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B. Church family: _____________________________________________________

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C. Unsaved friends: __________________________________________________

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D. Christian Friends: _________________________________________________

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EVALUATION

Describe at least one situation where you were able to carry out one of the commands discussed this week.

Personal Evaluation

The following form is designed to evaluate the active involvement the candidate has had in ministry within the local church.

Circle the number which best describes the involvement in ministering one to another.

1. Lifestyle is not characterized by this command

2 Will do command if put in situation

3 Involved on a limited scale

4 Actively involved in doing the command

5 Seeks opportunities to carry out the command

Pray one for another 1 2 3 4 5

Confess your faults one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Bear one another's burdens 1 2 3 4 5

Serve one another 1 2 3 4 5

Exhort one another 1 2 3 4 5

Comfort one another 1 2 3 4 5

Edify one another 1 2 3 4 5

Be kind one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Be tenderhearted one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Admonish one another 1 2 3 4 5

Be subject one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Care one for another 1 2 3 4 5

Forbear one another 1 2 3 4 5

Forgive one another 1 2 3 4 5

Use hospitality one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Minister one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Consider one another 1 2 3 4 5

Have compassion one of another 1 2 3 4 5

Teach one another 1 2 3 4 5

Be kindly affectioned one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Prefer one another 1 2 3 4 5

Be of the same mind one toward another 1 2 3 4 5

Receive one another 1 2 3 4 5

Love one another 1 2 3 4 5

Submit one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Restore one another 1 2 3 4 5

Same mind one toward another 1 2 3 4 5

Members one of another 1 2 3 4 5

Have peace one with another 1 2 3 4 5

The following is a list of the negative commands given in scripture concerning one another. Respond to these statements according to the following scale.

1. Lifestyle is characterized by this command

2. Involved on a limited scale

3. Will do command if put in situation

4. Lifestyle is not characterized by this command

5. Seeks ways to avoid doing the command

Provoke one another 1 2 3 4 5

Envy one another 1 2 3 4 5

Speak evil one of another 1 2 3 4 5

Lie one to another 1 2 3 4 5

Prefer one before another 1 2 3 4 5

Grudge one against another 1 2 3 4 5

Puffed up one against another 1 2 3 4 5

Judge one another 1 2 3 4 5

List the commands with the lowest score. Note any reason why this would be a weak area and positive steps to improve.

[1] Vine, W.E., Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words, MacDonald Publishing Company, McLean, VA., “burden”.

[2] Vine, W.E., Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words, MacDonald Publishing Company, McLean, VA., “care”.

[3] Vine, W.E., Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words, MacDonald Publishing Company, McLean, VA., “edify”.

[4] Vine, W.E., Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words, MacDonald Publishing Company, McLean, VA., “liberty”.

[5] Vine, W.E., Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words, MacDonald Publishing Company, McLean, VA., “liberty”.

[6] Vine, W.E., Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words, MacDonald Publishing Company, McLean, VA., “bite”.

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The Path to Godliness Leads through the Valley of Suffering

1 Peter 5:8-10 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. 10 But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.